Nikon S33 vs Pentax W90

In this article, we are looking at the Nikon S33 vs Pentax W90, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the S33 (13MP) and the W90 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the S33 (1/3.1") and W90 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S33 was launched 5 years after the W90 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S33 grades versus the W90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S33 and Pentax Optio W90. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S33 Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S33 enjoys exterior measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Pentax W90 has sizing of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the S33 compared to the W90.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S33 and W90 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S33 and W90.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S33 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Nikon S33 will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent S33 will have an edge in sensor technology.